How to Use Toothpaste to Clean Silver Jewelry

How to Use Toothpaste to Clean Silver Jewelry



Why spend tons of money on expensive cleaners to remove tarnish from your silver jewelry, when you can use toothpaste? Most costly silver cleaners include a mixture of baking soda and water, which is similar the formulas used in most tubes of toothpaste. Not only will using toothpaste save you money, it is also non-toxic and easy to clean up.









Step
1



Choose the right toothpaste. The key to using toothpaste as a silver jewelry cleaner is the baking soda. Do not use gel toothpaste, as it usually does not contain baking soda. And, avoid toothpastes that boast tartar-control or whitening power, as they may include chemicals that can harm your silver.




Step
2



Use a soft dampened cloth to clean more delicate jewelry or softer silvers. Wet the silver and add a dab of toothpaste. Remember that a little goes a long way. Rub gently with the moistened cloth until polished.




Step
3



Add a bit more toothpaste if the cloth becomes dark with tarnish and continue cleaning. Simply wash the darkened toothpaste foam from the jewelry piece, rinse the cloth and begin again.




Step
4



Scrub your silver jewelry gently with a toothbrush for stubborn tarnish or hard to reach grooves. Try to find an old worn toothbrush or buy a new soft-bristled toothbrush to prevent scratching.




Step
5



Rinse the polished silver jewelry in warm water and dry with a soft towel.







Tips & Warnings









Toothpaste is an effective cleansing agent not just for your silver jewelry but also for your larger silver pieces.








While toothpaste may be the best and most economical method for cleaning silver jewelry, it can be abrasive and may scratch more delicate silver items. Always test a small area first, in order to determine whether your jewelry piece should be cleaned with toothpaste or not.



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How to Use Personal Makeover Software

How to Use Personal Makeover Software



Personal makeover software is now at the fingertips of anyone who has a computer and Internet connection. Use personal makeover software to save thousands of dollars on makeup and procedures by seeing the "after" results before paying to buy products or have procedures done to the body and the face. For everything from changing your
hair
color


to changing your nose, you can preview the results on your computer screen.







Things You'll Need:





Digital or film camera



Scanner if you use a film camera







Explore Offerings




Step
1



Visit computer software stores to study the hundreds of personal makeover software programs available.




Step
2



Look at the various choices offered on Internet websites for the ideal personal software. The offerings are broad and address everything from makeup and hair color to wardrobe and
plastic
surgery


for the breasts and nose. New York Image Consultant offers makeovers for men and women (see Resources below).




Step
3



Ask a friend whether she's tried any computer software makeover programs and if so, which ones she would recommend.




Step
4



Purchase or download a software program onto your computer.


Upload Photo




Step
1



Have a friend take a stark photograph of you with no makeup on. Include a face shot and full body shot without clothing (only lingerie, leotard or bathing suit) for an accurate picture.




Step
2



Load the photos onto your computer directly from a digital camera or by scanning them. When the software you use prompts you for your photos, click to upload them.


Click and Reveal a New You




Step
1



Choose an alteration and click on each choice. Wait for the program to apply the change. Repeat on each face or body part until you get the desired results.




Step
2



Save any desirable image changes. Delete the undesirable ones.




Step
3



Print images for a "wish" photo album. Share with professionals who may be able to help achieve desired results.




Step
4



Share makeover images by forwarding them to friends and family to get other opinions. However, ultimately it will be your decision because you're the one who will have to live with these choices.







Tips & Warnings









Explore the price range of various types of personal makeover software before downloading it.








Download software from a secure website to prevent identity theft.








Be wary of software that recommends only products from one line or one manufacturer.



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How to Use Mother of Pearl

How to Use Mother of Pearl



The inside layer of certain fresh and salt water mollusks contain a luminescent substance called mother-of-pearl or nacre. It comes from three main sources. The tropical seas of Asia have the pearl oyster. Freshwater pearl mussel is found in the rivers of United States, Europe and parts of Asia. The last source is abalone in the Pacific regions. Here are some ways to use mother-of-pearl.









Step
1



Tint the natural colors of mother-of-pearl artificially to create any decorative color. Natural shades vary from shiny white to a mix of pink and green, or multi-colored to a matte finish of silvery gray.




Step
2



Cut mother-of-pearl into unique shapes and laminate to ceramic tile then coat with heavy lacquer for a glossy durable finish. It can also be used to clad sinks.




Step
3



Decorate any room with furniture inlaid with mother-of-pearl from the Renaissance and Baroque period.




Step
4



Use mother-of-pearl with the feng shui style to attract wealth and prosperity. It is used as a symbol of good luck and can be carried around in your pocket like a treasured coin.




Step
5



Make gorgeous jewelry like rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and watches. Jewelry boxes can also be decorated with mother-of-pearl for an elegant touch. Don't forget those beautiful shirt buttons too.




Step
6



Add a special touch to any musical instrument like piano keys. Some guitars, violins, saxophones and trumpets are detailed with mother-of-pearl.




Step
7



"Seed" a mollusk by introducing an irritant to it and it will culture a pearl as opposed to the mollusk forming a genuine pearl by itself in nature.







Tips & Warnings









Don't use harsh chemicals on mother-of-pearl because it scratches easily and the thin layers can wear off.



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How to Use Lapis Lazuli Energy

How to Use Lapis Lazuli Energy



The history of Lapis Lazuli stretches back over 5,000 years. A rock rather than a crystal, Lapis Lazuli was treasured by ancient Egyptians, who carved amulets from it. Also called Lapis, this stone is associated with truth, justice and balance and it promotes steadfastness and courage.







Things You'll Need:





Lapis Lazuli



Other associated minerals



Small bag or pouch (optional)









1


Lapis can be held at the third eye to stimulate deep memory recall.




2


If you are in a position of leadership, carry Lapis Lazuli with you. It will inspire confidence in your leadership, in the people you lead and in yourself.




3


Combine Lapis with clear quartz to stimulate truth and clarity.




4


Lapis is useful for physical problems originating in the head, such as sinus ailments, headaches and speech problems.








Tips & Warnings










Lapis Lazuli pairs well with clear quartz.








Try combining these minerals in bracelets or necklaces.








Combine pieces in a pouch and wear them, or just tuck them in your pocket.








Some people are more sensitive to mineral energy. Watch your reactions when you use these stones.








If you experience anxiety or restlessness, or physical symptoms, like nausea, you may want to cut back your exposure.








If you are sensitive, try using only single stones and not combinations.



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How to Use Jumprings to Make Jewelry

How to Use Jumprings to Make Jewelry



Making jewelry is an excellent way to show off your creative side, but now you have a beautiful design of beads and don't know how to finish it. That's okay, all you need is a jumpring--a small wire ring used to connect a string of beads to the jewelry clasp, or a dangle of beads to the wire hoop of an earring. Here's how to use one.








Things You'll Need:





Two chain nose pliers



Jumprings









Step
1



Grasp the jumpring with the ends of both sets of pliers on each side of the cut.




Step
2



Pull one side of the jumpring gently toward you and the push the other side away. Open the jumpring just wide enough to fit the loop you're connecting.




Step
3



Slip the looped end of the beading or clasp into the opened ring.




Step
4



Secure the jumpring by reversing Step 2. Rub the ends of the jumpring together to ensure the ring is closed properly.







Tips & Warnings









Jumprings come in a variety of sizes and colors which you can find at your local jewelry supply store or craft store. You can also find them online.








Prevent losing your jewelry by making sure the jumpring is completely closed.








Jumprings can be fragile, so in order to not break them try not to open them more than three times.








Don't pull the jumpring apart (left to right) from the cut. This distorts the shape of the circle making it very difficult to get it back to its original shape.








Opening the jumpring too far can also alter the shape of the jumpring.



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